Nonstandard lease as a proof of residency for OHIP

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Hi,
I signed a non-standard lease agreement for a mid-term rental (a furnished room, 3-month contract). Can I use this document as a proof of residency when applying for OHIP?
Thanks

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Hello,

Thank you for sharing your situation and question with us.

You have quite a few options to prove residency for this application and can find some detailed information in our Settlement.Org What documents do I need to apply for a Health Card (OHIP)? article.

Here is an excerpt:

Proof of Residency

A document that has your name and current home address. This document confirms that your principal home is in Ontario.

• Child Tax Benefit Statement- Employer record (pay stub or letter from employer on company letterhead)- Income tax assessment (most recent)- Insurance policy (home, tenant, auto or life)- Monthly mailed bank account statements for savings or chequing accounts (does not include receipts, bank books, letters or automated teller receipts)- Mortgage, rental or lease agreement- Ontario Motor Vehicle Permit (plate or vehicle portions)- Property tax bill- School, college or university report card or transcript- Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Works- Statement of Direct Deposit for Ontario Disability Support Program- Statement of Employment Insurance Benefits Paid T4E- Statement of Old Age Security T4A (OAS) or Statement of Canada Pension Plan Benefits T4A (P)- Statement of Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), or Registered Home Ownership Savings Plan (RHOSP) from a financial institution (bank, trust company, credit union)- Utility bill received by mail (home telephone, cable TV, public utilities commission, hydro, gas, water)- Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence- Temporary Driver’s Licence (you must also show a photo license card with the same address)- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Statement of Benefits T5007- Canada Pension Plan Statement of Contribution- Valid Ontario Photo Card

For official information about OHIP eligibility and what type of documents are acceptable, please contact Service Ontario:

• In Canada: 1-800-268-1154- TTY: 1-800-387-5559

We hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.

Sincerely,

Your Settlement.Org Team